It can be said that the role of a sports coach is quite similar to that of a parent. It involves nurturing, developing the right behaviours, creating structure and building independence. So, when coaches support their athlete’s needs, they can expect to see their fledgling talent grow from strength to strength. Much like with…
Our minds are capable of profound effects on our body. In sports psychology, we pay special attention to this important connection, knowing that the link between them both is closer than we think. Throughout our lives we will face a number of challenges and stressful situations, that can affect us in many different ways….
It might be the buzzword of recent times, but the term ‘growth mindset’ very much deserves its time in the spotlight. For those unfamiliar with it, growth mindset has been referred to as viewing intelligence as fluid, rather than inherent. It’s a view widely shared in sports psychology with the belief that we all…